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Hikem Tablet
Hydroxychloroquine
Hikem Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of malaria and prevention of malaria.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹67₹6.70 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Hydroxychloroquine
Available variants: tablet tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹67 (₹6.70 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: BIOCEUTICS
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Hikem Tablet
Hikem Tablet contains Hydroxychloroquine. It belongs to the Antimalarial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Hikem Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of malaria and prevention of malaria.
Key benefits
- Clears the parasite and prevents relapse
- Protects travellers to malarial areas
How Hikem Tablet works
Hydroxychloroquine kills the malaria parasite in the blood.
How to take Hikem Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause dangerous heart rhythm disturbance, fits and coma. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Hikem Tablet
Most side effects of Hikem are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Itching
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Hikem Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Complete the full course exactly as prescribed. An incomplete course is a common cause of relapse and of resistant malaria. Return to your doctor if fever continues or comes back after treatment. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem, or have had one in the family. Some of these medicines are avoided in G6PD deficiency — tell your doctor if you know you have it.
Do not take Hikem if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Several are not suitable in pregnancy or in G6PD deficiency — your doctor will choose accordingly.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about heart medicines, anti-epileptics and other antimalarials.
How to store Hikem Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Hikem Tablet
Take it with food to reduce nausea. Use mosquito nets and repellents as well — treatment does not prevent the next bite.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- BIOCEUTICS
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-malarial
- Drug class:
- Antimalarial agent
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Hikem Tablet FAQs
What is Hikem Tablet used for?
Hikem Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of malaria and prevention of malaria. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Hikem Tablet?
Hikem Tablet contains Hydroxychloroquine. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Hikem Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Hikem Tablet work?
Hydroxychloroquine kills the malaria parasite in the blood.
Is Hikem Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Hikem Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Hikem Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Hikem are Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Headache, Dizziness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Hikem Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Hikem.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Hikem Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Hikem Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Hikem Tablet habit forming?
No. Hikem Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Hikem Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Hikem Tablet starts at ₹67 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Hikem Tablet?
Hikem Tablet is manufactured by BIOCEUTICS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Hikem Tablet delivered?
Hikem Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Hikem Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Hydroxychloroquine
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹67 (₹6.70 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- BIOCEUTICS
- Manufacturer
- BIOCEUTICS
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-malarial
- Drug class
- Antimalarial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Hikem Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Hikem Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.